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Bauchi

March 5, 2026

Bauchi governor targets $200 million agro-industrial investment

Governor Bala Mohammed has reaffirmed his commitment to meeting all international requirements necessary to secure a proposed $200 million agro-industrial investment.

Bauchi State governor, Bala Mohammed
March 5, 2026

U.S. shuts down embassy in Nigeria amid security concerns over pro-Khamenei’s protests 

The U.S. has shuttered its embassy in Nigeria amid security concerns over a potential protest by Shia Muslims to remonstrate the assassination of Iran’s supreme leader, Ali Khamenei

Richard M. Mills, Jr.
March 4, 2026

Two rescued from kidnappers in Plateau, troops say

Polycarp Oteh, the troops’ spokesman, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday.

Nigerian Soldiers
March 4, 2026

U.S. embassy cancels visa interviews in Abuja, issues security alert over pro-Khamenei protests

“Due to the potential for protests in Abuja, the U.S. Embassy in Abuja has cancelled all visa appointments on Wednesday, March 4, 2026,” the U.S. government stated.

U.S. embassy in Abuja
March 3, 2026

NCDC raises alarm over rising Lassa fever cases in Bauchi, Ondo, Benue, 15 others

Mr Idris described as the growing Lassa fever infections among healthcare workers as worrisome.

Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention
March 3, 2026

Gov Mohammed appoints 13 new permanent secretaries

Governor Bala Mohammed has approved the appointment of 13 new permanent secretaries as part of efforts to enhance efficiency and professionalism in governance.

Bauchi State governor, Bala Mohammed
March 2, 2026

Federal, state govts urged to take urgent action as Lassa fever kills health workers in Benue

The virologist warned that Nigeria’s recurrent outbreaks signal the need for robust national policies to protect health workers.

Lassa-fever
March 2, 2026

Khamenei Assassination: Pro-Iran protesters remonstrate in Nigeria

A protester said, “It has broken our hearts and weakened us. It has also reminded us of the martyrdom of Imam Hussein. We felt bad, and we are here to express our concerns.”

Members of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria
February 20, 2026

Traditional rulers urge journalists to bridge gap between govt, citizens

The traditional ruler urged media practitioners to sustain coverage of developmental matters.

Nigerian Journalists used to illustrate the story
February 19, 2026

Gov. Mohammed urges Bauchi public officials to prioritise accountability over wealth

Mr Mohammed reminded the council members that scrutiny by investigative and security institutions should be viewed as an opportunity to demonstrate transparency

Bauchi State governor, Bala Mohammed